Periodic Table Basics

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What are the total number of periods and groups in the periodic table?

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There are 7 periods and 18 groups in the periodic table.

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Which two elements are in the same Period?

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Boron (B) and Carbon (C) are in the same Period.

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What element is located in group 9, period 4 of the periodic table?

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Cobalt (Co) is in group 9, period 4.

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How many valence electrons do group 1 elements have?

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Group 1 elements have 1 valence electron.

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What is the term for a row in the periodic table?

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A row in the periodic table is called a Period.

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What is the term for a column in the periodic table?

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A column in the periodic table is called a Group.

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What is the significance of valence electrons in chemical bonding?

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Valence electrons determine how an element can bond with others.

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What are transition metals?

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Transition metals are elements found in groups 3-12 of the periodic table, known for their ability to form various oxidation states.

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What is the atomic number of an element?

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The atomic number is the number of protons in the nucleus of an atom, which determines the element's identity.

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What is the difference between metals and nonmetals?

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Metals are typically shiny, conductive, and malleable, while nonmetals are dull, insulative, and brittle.